Ann’s Sister’s Classic Meatloaf

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Ann's Sister's Classic Meatloaf

A comforting and flavorful meatloaf made with lean ground beef, seasoned with onion soup mix and a tangy tomato sauce glaze topped with crispy bacon.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time1 minute

Ingredients

lean ground beef

eggs

dry bread crumbs

ketchup

monosodium glutamate (MSG)

warm water

dry onion soup mix

bacon

tomato sauce

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a large bowl, combine ground beef, eggs, dry bread crumbs, ketchup, MSG, warm water, and dry onion soup mix.
  • Mix ingredients gently with your hands or a spoon until well combined but not overworked.
  • Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it in a baking dish or loaf pan.
  • Pour tomato sauce evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
  • Lay the bacon slices on top of the tomato sauce for a flavorful crust.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until the meatloaf reaches an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).
  • Remove from oven and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.